This introductory class is designed for people with zero or minimal ballet experience. An emphasis will be placed on safe execution of the fundamentals of ballet technique, particularly the basic stance, port de bras, turnout, plie, and battement tendu. Students will become familiar with a variety of other essential movements, their corresponding French terminology, as well as the overall structure of a traditional ballet class (barre work, centre practice, allegro). By the end of these 6 lessons students should feel comfortable entering a beginner ballet class.

Introduction to Ballet This class is for students who have completed at least one session of Ballet Essentials.